Episode 6: Has Shimano lost its edge? How can you hydrate properly on long rides? Why does John hate mini pumps?

Send us Fan MailPart 1 - Are Shimano's new groupsets a disappointment? 12-speed, semi-wireless, looks great... what's not to love? On episode 6 of the road.cc Podcast, the team discuss whether Shimano has gone far enough with its latest big groupset launch by comparing to previous big Shimano launches, and recent innovations from other groupset manufacturers. Do we love it, or have we been left feeling underwhelmed? John Stevenson, Mat Brett, Liam Cahill and Jack Sexty discuss.Part 2 - How do you prevent cramp and hydrate properly on long rides? Jack talks to Andy Blow from Precision Hydration about how nailing your hydration strategy could be the key to riding your bike for longer, while avoiding those dreaded cramps in your legs that can turn a pleasant ride into a painful nightmare. Is taking a ‘sweat test’ to work out exactly how much salt and fluid you need only worth it for the pros, or a worthwhile investment for us Average Joes too? Part 3 - Why does John hate mini pumps? What has the humble mini pump ever done to him? Our resident grumpy Yorkshireman John Stevenson explains why petit pumps perturb him, while Jack and Liam also chip in with some other cycling products that they don’t particularly get on with. Whats your cycling pet peeve?